2006 Audi A3 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
